Something’s brewing: a look into Maine’s fun & funky craft beer scene
Maine’s microbrewers have been at the forefront of the U.S. craft beer movement ever since 1986, when pioneer David Geary opened the first microbrewery east of the Mississippi River.
Yoga retreats in Maine (and beyond)
These healing yoga retreats combine time away with a healthy serving of yoga and mindfulness.
Permaculture and food preservation books to read
The Resilience Hub and Portland Maine Permaculture share their recent reading.
Green smoothies—fuel for the body!
Is there one thing that you can do to improve your health, energy and sense of well-being right now? You bet there is! Hint: it’s simple, delicious and green. Can you say, “Green Smoothie?”
The peaceful martial arts: Using the Art of War to create peace
The peaceful martial arts are a perfect example that the motivation behind our every action has the power to both create and destroy. Check out these opportunities to learn Aikido, Tai Chi and Qigong in Maine.
Book review: AMC’s Best Day Hikes Along the Maine Coast
This four-season guide helps hikers find and enjoy some of Maine’s best trails, from the southern beaches to the northeastern reaches of Downeast Maine.
Surf’s up: Riding the waves of Maine
With more coastline than California, Maine is a worldwide surfing destination, having been visited by such pro surfers as Dion Agius and Warren Smith.
Farm to fleece: Maine’s vibrant fiber scene starts with its farms
There’s a good chance that your next blanket or sweater wasn’t just made in Maine—it was born and raised here, too. Take a short drive into farm country, and you might even get to meet the sheep, goat, alpaca, llama or rabbit that produced it.
Footpaths to wild places & green spaces
Maine’s land trusts provide miles of hiking trails to freely explore.
Maine: A child’s vacationland
Maine is truly a child’s wonderland, with countless natural wonders to experience and explore. Here are some family-friendly activities unique to Maine that your kids are sure to enjoy.
It’s all in the wood: Tradition meets innovation in Maine summer theater
Summer theater has a long tradition in Maine, dating to the days when vacationers traveled here by rail, boat and car for idyllic holidays. That tradition is changing, but remains intact.
Sustainable spas incorporate the beauty of the outside world
These environmentally friendly spas are celebrating local ingredients, using non-toxic and repurposed building materials and incorporating the beauty of the natural world into therapies unique to Maine.
Winter farmers’ markets in Maine
A growing number of winter markets are giving us access to locally grown foods direct from farmers year-round.